Performance Nutrition

Performance nutrition is a critical component of the Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) program, aimed at optimizing the physical capabilities of our service members. It encompasses the strategic planning and consumption of food and beverages to enhance energy levels, endurance, and overall performance. By focusing on nutrient-dense foods, proper hydration, and timing of meals, service members can improve recovery, support muscle growth, and maintain peak performance during training and operations. Understanding the role of macronutrients—carbohydrates, proteins, and fats—alongside micronutrients, is essential for fueling the body effectively. Integrating performance nutrition into daily routines not only boosts individual readiness but also contributes to the overall lethality and effectiveness of the force.

Performance Nutrition

Performance nutrition is vital for improving physical capabilities, aiding recovery, and boosting overall health. It includes eating plans that meet the specific needs of individuals, particularly in high-stress situations like military operations. Knowing the five key nutrients—carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals—is crucial for top performance.

    • Medical Nutrition Therapy with a Registered Dietitian

    • General Nutrition Education (weight loss/weight gain)

    • Body Composition Analysis (Body Fat Testing)

    • Nutrition Education Classes for Platoons and Companies

    • Nutrition briefings for units

    • Body Composition Testing for units

  • Army Body Composition Program (ABCP)

    An interactive classes providing nutrition guidance for Soldiers who are flagged or within 3% of being out of weight standards. These classes fulfill the requirements of AR 600-9 and create sustainable nutrition habits for Soldiers to lower body fat.

    Soldier Performance Nutrition Classes

    Group performance nutrition education is available to enhance the physical performance of Soldier Athletes. Whether it is preparing for the field, a deployment, the ACFT, or ruck marches, H2F support your unit’s needs. Please contact a minimum of 4-weeks out to schedule a date and time.

    Supplements Education Classes

    This class provide the best evidence-based information about dietary supplements to Service Member and leaders to achieve human performance optimization. Many Service Members use dietary supplements—to promote health, improve performance, bodybuilding, lose weight, and more. Unfortunately, some supplements can compromise rather than improve performance. Our goal is to provide the tools and resources to help users make informed decisions about dietary supplements to optimize their health, performance, and careers.

    • Nutrition Classes

    • Healthy Diet

    • Meal Planning

    • Weight Management

    • Sports and Performance

    • Supplement Education

    • Diabetes

    • High Blood Pressure

    • High Cholesterol

    • Chronic Diarrhea/Constipation

    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

    • Pregnancy/Postpartum Nutrition

    • Vegetarian/Vegan diet

    • ABCP - Army Body Composition Program (AR 600-9 Memo)

    • Eating Disorders

    • Reflux (GERD)

    • Sports Nutrition

    • Kidney Failure

    • Celiac Disease

    • Initial appointments typically  last 60 minutes.

    • Review of medical history, eating habits, exercise, food allergies, preferences, etc.

    • Receive education and address barriers.

    • Set sustainable goals to improve nutrition.

    • Schedule 30-minute follow-up to evaluate progress and address ongoing concerns.

Please fill out this form to schedule an appointment with your nutrition provider.

If you prefer, paper copies of the form are readily available at the 10th H2F Owls Den; feel free to visit us anytime during our operating hours!

Contact Us

Connect with us to discover how we support total well-being through our comprehensive approach. Let us guide you towards optimal health and fitness, enhancing your readiness for any mission requirements.

10thcabh2f@gmail.com
(315) 774-1479

20460 Anaconda Road
Fort Drum, NY 13602